Estimator I

About the Role

• Build Project Estimates • Complete quantity take-offs and summations of materials • Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets • Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other items where schedule is important • Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project • Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s) • Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering • Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed • Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e., permits, hearings, etc.) • Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients • Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team • Solicit new bidders when needed, and collect necessary documents for inclusion in future projects • May provide training to other estimators and interns

Key Responsibilities

• ▸quantity takeoffs
• ▸bid solicitation
• ▸rfp coordination
• ▸pricing analysis
• ▸estimating software
• ▸cost data

What You Bring

Mortenson is currently seeking an Estimator I for its Energy Storage Group. The role involves gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce project estimates, and for smaller projects the full estimate will be prepared. Strong communication, creativity, dedication, efficiency, integrity, and confidentiality are essential. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, and the company does not accept unsolicited agency communications without a valid agreement. • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or similar or equivalent experience • Minimum one-year construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations • Current driver’s license • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and handle multiple project tasks • Applicable mathematical skills • Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth • Positive professional attitude, and strong customer service skills • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

Requirements

• ▸construction degree
• ▸one-year
• ▸driver's license
• ▸isqft
• ▸bluebeam
• ▸customer service

Benefits

The base pay range for this position is $78,800 – $98,500, with higher ranges for offices in Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Portland, and Washington, D.C. Base salary is set based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity, and the role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. • Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage • Dental plan • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance • No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources • Tuition reimbursement • Adoption assistance • Gym membership discount program

Work Environment

Office Full-Time